Funded PhD: Energy Decarbonisation Governance

Regional Studies; Ireland; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free stipend

Conference attendance funding

Equipment funding

Specialised training funding

EU tuition fees covered

Job summary

Regional Studies at University College Dublin in Ireland seeks a doctoral candidate to investigate governance and organisational barriers to decarbonisation within Ireland’s energy transition. The project uses mixed-methods research, including policy analysis, qualitative interviews, and institutional case studies.

Stipend is €25,000 per year for 4 years, with dedicated funding for conference attendance, equipment, and training activities.

Qualifications

• Ideal Candidate: Background in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Political Science, Business, or Environmental Governance.
• Research uses mixed-methods including policy analysis, qualitative interviews and institutional case studies.
• Funding supports attendance at conferences, equipment and specialised training activities.

Responsibilities

• Map key state, semi-state and private-sector actors alongside regulatory frameworks in the energy transition space.
• Conduct in-depth institutional case studies examining internal decision-making, resource allocation and bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with semi-state bodies and industry partners to co-design policy solutions for real-world impact.

Education

Background in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Political Science, Business, or Environmental Governance

Job description

Regional Studies at University College Dublin in Ireland seeks a doctoral candidate to investigate governance and organisational barriers to decarbonisation within Ireland’s energy transition. The project uses mixed-methods research, including policy analysis, qualitative interviews, and institutional case studies.

Stipend is €25,000 per year for 4 years, with dedicated funding for conference attendance, equipment, and training activities.